Dog Days in the City

Anytime Josie Shilling's large family gets too chaotic, volunteering at the local animal clinic is the one place she can escape--and she loves working with the animals. But when a box mysteriously appears on the clinic's front steps, Josie suddenly becomes responsible for seven adorable puppies! Taking care of her pig, Hamlet, last fall was a bit harder than she thought. So how is she ever going to handle a whole litter of mischievous pups and find the right homes for them all? This summer will bring big changes for Josie as she learns about growing up, letting go, and loving your pack no matter what.--Publisher's description.

Opinion

From Library Staff

Dog Days in the City and its prequel The Unlikely Story of a Pig in the City, are great read-a-likes to classic animal stories like Charlotte’s Web and Babe, the Gallant Pig. This realistic fiction read encourages kindness and teaches children about the responsibilities of owning and caring for a... Read More »